2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 616 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (151 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Jazz | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3198 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 74 L |
